Christmas strikes could cause airline 'chaos'

26 January 2009 08:05

Brits looking for a Christmas break in the sun have been warned to check their travel insurance covers them in case their flights are subject to strike action.

The threat of striking highlights the importance of fully comprehensive travel insurance, which covers anything from flight cancellations to lost luggage.

Recent research revealed the top shopping destinations over Christmas to be New York, Berlin, Cologne and Budapest. ADNFCR-1320-ID-18786334-ADNFCR

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